Overall score
Bell Post Hill
38.3/100
Fyansford
43.4/100
Bell Post Hill vs Fyansford, VIC Suburb Comparison
Bell Post Hill for retirees and families; Fyansford for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bell Post HillFyansford
Crime rate
Bell Post Hill
61.4 / 1k
Fyansford
74.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bell Post Hill
77
Fyansford
4
Population
Bell Post Hill
5,083
Fyansford
1,206
Metric leadBell Post Hill 9Fyansford 21 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBell Post Hill
- Best for familiesBell Post Hill
- Best for best schoolsFyansford
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Bell Post Hill | Fyansford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.3/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.1/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.4 / 1k | 74.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 1 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 4 |
| Planning activity | 28 | 30 |
| Green cover | 7.6% | 2.5% |
| Population | 5,083 | 1,206 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bell Post Hill is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Fyansford is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Bell Post Hill sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Fyansford is further out with more breathing room.
Bell Post Hill tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, while Fyansford stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Bell Post Hill sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Fyansford.
Investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools may find Bell Post Hill the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Fyansford.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.